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Porsche 924 Turbo

General information

ModelPorsche 924 Turbo
Year1978
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating70 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque245.00 Nm (25.0 kgf-m or 180.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke86.6 x 84.4 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1461 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4030 litres (1,065 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1180 kg (2,601.5 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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